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The Best Utility Knife Blades Option
Tools & Materials

If you’re looking to refresh the blade in your utility knife, this buyer’s guide cuts to the chase with a selection of the best utility knife blades.

What Causes a Broken Window Seal (and How to Fix It)
Windows

Figure out why a window mysteriously fogged up, and how to clear things up again.

10 Times Doing It Yourself Doesn’t Save You Money
Repair & Maintenance

The do-it-yourself ethos is one we heartily applaud. Most services provided by home maintenance pros aren't cheap, so taking care of small fixes on your own can save you big bucks. But sometimes the DIY route can wind up costing you more in the end. Here are 10 cases when you should put down your tool kit—and pick up the phone.

8 Mistakes That are Marring Your Stainless Steel Appliances
Appliances

Protect your stainless steel by avoiding these common cleaning missteps.

The Best Soil For Roses Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Perk up your living space with a variety of gorgeous blooms using the best soil for roses when growing them indoors.

10 Ways to Dress Up a Drab Concrete Patio
Deck, Patio & Porch

Whether you are creating a new patio or dressing up an existing one, these great ideas are both attractive and practical.

Never Combine Bleach and Vinegar—Here’s Why
Cleaning

Find out why this cleaning combo is a hazard waiting to happen—and how to avoid it while you sanitize and disinfect around the house.

Makita Angle Grinder
Tools

If you’re in the market for a cordless angle grinder for welding, metalworking, and wood carving projects, check out our hands-on review of this Makita model.

Philips Hue Light Strip
Lighting

Light strips often are used to illuminate countertops, bookshelves, and televisions. The Philips Hue offers bright light and top features, but the connectivity isn’t the best.

boston fern plant care 101 - how to grow boston fern indoors
House Plants

If you don’t know beans about growing the fern from Beantown, these hints can keep your attempt from turning out half-baked.

15 Dish Garden Plants for Unique Arrangements
Gardening

These great-looking, easy-care plants can create a pretty paradise in virtually any container.

10 Dish Garden Ideas to Bring Life to Your Indoor and Outdoor Spaces
Gardening

Create a miniature ecosystem by planting an entire garden in one shallow vessel.

Amazon Basics Patio Heater
HVAC

This affordable patio heater can help keep your outdoor living space more comfortable when chilly weather arrives.

Purple Pillow Review
Mattresses & Bedding

Thanks to its unusual polymer grid, this Purple Pillow stands out from the rest with exceptional durability and firm support.

how to dry peppers
Gardening

Enjoy your homegrown peppers year-round with this easy preservation method.

Swedish Fire Torch
Lawn Care & Gardening

Enjoy hours of nighttime entertainment without the hassle of building and feeding a traditional campfire. Instead, get a nice blaze going with just a single log.

Best Sprinkler Heads Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Connect new sprinkler heads to the hose or irrigation system to keep a lawn looking great, even in hot, dry weather.

arborvitae turning brown
Landscaping

If your emerald arborvitae looks more like a brown thumb than a green jewel of a plant, see the suggestions below.

10 Trees That Tolerate Low Light Indoors
House Plants

You aren’t necessarily out of your tree if you believe you can grow trees indoors without sunlight. You just need to pick the right ones.

winterize lawn mower
Mowers

Before you put your lawn mower away at the end of the season, check these quick and easy winterizing tips so it’s in peak condition when spring comes around.